D&B Announces George Stoeckert to join as President, D&B North America.

SHORT HILLS, N.J. -- D&B announced today that George Stoeckert is joining the company to lead its North American customer segments, effective July 1st.

Mr. Stoeckert was most recently at ADP, Inc., where for 17 years he held various senior leadership positions. His most recent role was President - Employer Services International where he led the acceleration of growth in that business. Prior to that role, Mr. Stoeckert was President - Major Account Services Division, ADP's largest division where he created sustained high levels of client service quality and helped shift the business toward internet applications.

Before joining ADP, Mr. Stoeckert was with Ryder System, Inc. for 16 years in general management and financial roles. At the time of his departure from Ryder, he held the position of President & CEO of the Insurance Management Services Division.

"George brings a breadth of experience and success in leading large organizations and sales forces at major B2B companies. His skills and experience will be an asset in executing our North American growth strategies," said Steve Alesio, Chairman and CEO of D&B. "With the addition of George to our team, Sara Mathew will partner even more closely with me on our strategic growth plans focused on continuing to deliver shareholder value," added Alesio.

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